My birthday treat....A FLY was crawling around in my rack of lamb
my friend also had rack of lamb which was half fat.
Two others in the party had fish which swam in grease.
My friend was left to sort out the bill as we left in disgust and was offered no charge for the racks of lamb but was charged for the vegetables which of course I did not have anyhow.
My friend left his email address expecting to hear from management but so far no email.
The staff where polite but struggled with English.
So not a good birthday and would not recomend

I stayed at the Dart Marina in Dartmouth for 3 nights in August with my husband, having stayed for one night last summer we loved it so much we wanted to stay again. All rooms are of contemporary design and are at the front of the hotel (there are no rooms facing the back) so everyone has a view of the river. We had tea and coffee making facilities with freshly ground coffee & cafetiere & fresh milk replenished each day (we were in a luxury room - the stand rooms have UHT milk and packets of coffee but this is not a hardship!) and fluffy bathrobes plus a bag of compliamentary west country fudge to welcome us. All guests of the hotel have use of the spa which is a small swimming pool, jacuzzi and steam room, the only downside is you have to leave the hotel and walk outside to get to it. However, bathrobes and towels are provided in the Spa FOC plus you can use a locker for £1 which is re-funded back to you. Also, children are only allowed in the pool at certain times - after 5pm it is adult time.This time I tried one of the treatments - a pedicure which lasted well over an hour and was very relaxing. The treatment room itself was beatifully furnished with relaxing music in the background, well worth the £42. Our package included breakfast and dinner and we were able to book a table for dinner at a time that suited us which has not always been the case in other hotels where we have more or less been told what time we must eat. The food was of a high standard and was 3 courses, the breakfast was also plentiful and fresh including a cooked breakfast menu which was cooked to order. The feel of the hotel is relaxed and flexible and the staff are very helpful. There is also a carpark for the guests so no worrying about where to park. The only thing I found odd was that although the hotel sent me detailed directions they do not mention that you have to take a car ferry (£3.50 each way) across the river to get to the hotel. The first time we came we were a little suprised when the road ran out and we found ourselves halted in front of a level crossing (the steam train also crosses this road). All in all, a lovely relaxing break and compared to other UK hotels I've stayed in this is definately one of the better ones. It has a truly country feel to it.

Amazing views of the River Dart - had a great break here and enjoyed exploring the countryside.

The hotel has a great outside area, which is great if its sunny!

Service was OK.

We stayed at the Dart Hotel for three nights in July. The location is ideal right on the river front. The receptionist made us feel very welcome and even provided a welcome drink.

Out room was a reasonable size with a large balcony. Room facilities were all fine and the room appeared very clean. We were above the Bistro but did not hear any noise.

We ate in the restaurant one evening, were the service was excellent. The food was also very good but the portions were small and I normally can not eat three course but felt as though I could have eaten more at the end of the meal so not sure how a man with a large appetitie would fair.

Breakfast was cooked to order and to a high standard. We were allowed to sit were we pleased and I noticed the staff readily laying table outside on the balcony if requested.

The second evening we ate in the Bistro and have to agree with other comments that the service is a bit slow, but the food was again of a very high standard. Also had a cocktail which was good but expensive.

Third evening we looked for a restaurant in the town but found either very expensive or pub food. We opted for the Floating Bridge which is part of the complex. The food again was difficult to fault and the service good.

We did not get chance to try the health club so can not comment on the facilities.

Overall we certainly enjoyed our stay and the staff were very friendly and helpful. However I agree with other comments that the prices are rather on the high side for the overall package.